We know that many of our views and habits are formed by being around our parents. Do you see parallels between your parents and yourself, and within your relationships with other people? Have you chosen a partner who is similar to one of your parents?

~KittenGoddess

I think as we all grow up, that will become more and more evident...and it's probably not a horrible thing. As long as I don't adopt any of the horrible habits my mother had (like swearing at people in traffic), I suppose I'll be okay.

--Danny

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It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood...

Example: We were on the interstate, and I was driving and he was looking at the map trying to tell me where I should be going. And I had to make a decision about which way to go...so he's trying to decide, and I'm like "Make up your mind!"....and then I thought, 'Oh God, we are my parents!' That was rather scary.

~KittenGoddess

I know I am nothing like my mom. Even though I do love her because she's my mom and we have moments where we get along, she is my complete opposite. I always say that if we weren't related I wouldn't pick her as a friend. No offense to her, but we're really that different!

And recently I've realized that a lot of the guys I date remind me of my dad, either in their looks, mannerisms, attitude, ideas, etc. I'm sure it's not a bad thing, since I've dated a lot of great guys recently.

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Lil Siren

We are both tolerant to a certain extent and after that we just freak out. We are fairly short tempered, can be childish and demanding at times yet understanding.

I think when you are brought up with only your mum to provide the female figure in your life, it is natural to feel that what she does is what a woman should do.

as it were, i've finally reached the age where i realize my mom is right. always.

i understand what you're saying siren, about being the oPPosite of your mom. my mom and i are like that tOO. and i'm not sure if i reaLLy do waNNa be like my mom. maybe i'm saying this b/c things haven't bEEn gOOd at aLL betwEEn us for a very long time. but even before i brought our bad relationship upon myself, i didnt waNNa be like her. but...turns out i have one trait of hers. my bf and i were fighting, and i could not make a decision. i was incredibly wishy-washy about it. just like mom! and i absolutely hated that moment. i do care about her i gueSS, dont get me wrong. i just wouldnt waNNa be like her. and i can control that cant i?